IHS Alzheimer's Grant Program Funding Opportunities

The IHS Alzheimer’s Program initiatives and activities are guided by the priorities shared during extensive tribal consultation and urban confer [PDF - 276 KB], following first-time appropriations for IHS in 2021. In 2022, the Indian Health Service announced the availability of first-time funding Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov  for tribes, tribal organizations, urban Indian organizations, and IHS direct service facilities to address Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias within tribal communities, following first-time appropriations for IHS in 2021. The goal of funding is to address the dementia challenges facing tribal communities, people living with undiagnosed and diagnosed dementia, and their caregivers.

More Information

• $1.8M in IHS Funding Provides Additional Resources to Address Alzheimer's and Dementia – IHS Blog Post, March 29, 2023
• Indian Health Service Announces Investment to Address Alzheimer's Disease in Indian Country on World Alzheimer's Day
• HHS Emphasizes Addressing Disparities and Risk Reduction for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov